Hari Vandra is drawn into a covert mission to locate a vanished cache of weaponised pathogens hidden inside a remote monastery on Somalia's fractured coast. From New Delhi to the Gulf of Aden, he navigates a deadly world of pirates, mercenaries, and geopolitical conspiracies shaped by the Houthi insurgency of 2024.As betrayals mount and hidden agendas emerge, Hari uncovers secrets powerful enough to destabilise governments. Gritty and fast-paced, Lodhi Road is a geopolitical espionage thri...

Soldiers’ Sonnet is a poetic tribute that captures the essence of soldiers’ life, reflecting their valor, sacrifices, and the emotional complexities of their duties. Written in iambic pentameter, the sonnet explores themes like honour, duty, camaraderie, and the stark contrasts between moments of battle and fleeting peace. The structured form of the sonnet, with its 14 lines and rhymed quatrains, mirrors the discipline and resolve inherent in a soldier’s life. Whether depicting a soldier's...

This is a comprehensive guide to Additive Manufacturing, organized in the alphabetic format of an encyclopedia. The presentation is concise, supported by ample references, including references from 2024 onwards. With entries for most aspects of additive manufacturing and 776 references, this book can serve as an invaluable entry to the field.

Salil Gupta and his daughter Nupur belong to a Delhi business family that has no acquaintance with art. He wants to collect art, she wants to be a curator. But the art world is a walled garden that does not admit outsiders easily. Father and daughter shake up the auction business and make up a reality show set around the lives of chosen artists. It carries a million-dollar prize. Who can resist the lure of big money for wilful behaviour on camera?The Mumbai art scene takes centre st...

In this gripping thriller, Hari Vandra, a restless crime reporter, joins Indian intelligence to uncover a sinister plan known as TUPAC II. Orchestrated by a secret alliance between China's Eight Elders and Pakistan's Compact, the plan involves supplying biological weapons to Maoist insurgents in India. Hari's mission takes him to Somalia, where he must locate the hidden weapons in a Coptic monastery. As he navigates a dangerous world of piracy, Yemen's Houthi movement, Al Shabaab warlords,...

The uncovering of an unnoticed and unpredicted serial killer by a new Inspector who has just joined the Police Force after graduating from the academy. The journey starts in a village, and how the history of serial killing comes to light for the first time. How the journey continues with the investigation process to identify the murderer and bring the culprit behind bars is the main story.

This book explores new materials, composites, and devices, examining the physics and mechanics behind them, as well as processing techniques and applications. The research presented in this book aims to enhance material characteristics through chemical, physical, and mechanical studies. Modern numerical approaches, mathematical modelling, and physical experiments are utilized to understand and evaluate the intricate technological processes and property transformations involved in manufactu...

Geosynthetics, primarily made from synthetic polymers, provide efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions for civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges. Enhancing infrastructure performance with soil and rock, they are integral to global construction standards. Beyond civil engineering, their applications extend to mining, agriculture, and aquaculture. This book explores the principles, properties, and applications of geosynthetics, offering tailored solutions for innovat...

ICE Core Concepts: Geotechnical Engineering is an engaging, practical introduction to the analysis, design, construction, maintenance and renovation of geotechnical structures. Each chapter presents concise coverage of a core subject area in geotechnical engineering. Topics covered include site investigation, ground improvement techniques, shallow foundations, deep foundations, retaining structures, slopes, embankments, earth dams, machine foundations and reinforced soil structure...

ICE Core Concepts: Soil Mechanics is a concise, practical guide to the key concepts and latest developments in the field of soil mechanics. It explores the physical properties of soils and the behaviour of soil masses subjected to loads, as well as soil phases, classification and characteristics, stresses and fluid flow, consolidation, compressibility and compaction, shear strength, lateral earth pressure, slope stability and bearing capacity. These core principles can be applied ...

This book covers all aspects of operative steps in minimally invasive (MIS) and LASER surgeries in anoproctology. The book includes chapters on MIS in hemorrhoids, fissures in ano, fistula in ano, pilonidal sinus, and trans anal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS), written by experts in the field directly from their experience in the operation theatre. The detailed chapters and expertise shared by the authors are valuable for surgeons looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in this sp...

This eBook provides a practical, step-by-step guide to managing and controlling type 2 diabetes naturally, without medication. It focuses on key lifestyle changes such as adopting a balanced, nutrient-rich diet, incorporating regular exercise, managing stress, and improving sleep. Backed by evidence-based strategies, this guide empowers readers to take control of their blood sugar levels and overall health through sustainable, non-medication approaches. Ideal for those seeking a healthier,...